We will continue to share updates on our standards transformation. A few things to keep in mind, depending on how far you are on your path to the pmp. A guide to the project management body of knowledge pmbok. In practice, managing project knowledge means carrying out a series of processes that include training, learning and development. A guide to the project management body of knowledge pmbok guide fifth edition fifth edition, fifth edition. This certification promises the individual to acquire knowledge of various principles and process involved in managing a project effectively. Overview of project management knowledge areas and project management processes 8 figure 12. A guide to the project management body of knowledge pmbok guide. A guide to the project management body of knowledge. Fundamentals of project management, 5th edition book. The pmi has released the 4th edition of the project management body of knowledge, and while the members onlypdf cannot be opened by mac computers due to an obscure plugin which was also difficult to install on my windows computer, this update to the third edition of the pmbok can be regarded as an important milestone.
That is why, is a book to consult in every phase of a project. Jan 11, 2009 the pmi has released the 4th edition of the project management body of knowledge, and while the members onlypdf cannot be opened by mac computers due to an obscure plugin which was also difficult to install on my windows computer, this update to the third edition of the pmbok can be regarded as an important milestone. Go to the pmbok guide sixth edition and extensions to the pmbok guide. Theoretically, project knowledge management is a separate discipline within project management that aims to find the best way for accumulating and sharing knowledge between employees in a performing organization. Overview of project management knowledge areas and.
In pmbok 6th edition, project management plan itself will be depicted as inputoutput. Pmbok 6th edition changes in project management plan components and project documents. Simply make a copy of the relevant page of the pmbok guide, mark. Project knowledge management the importance of managing. The point of this whole knowledge area is to make it clear that everything about project management overlaps and needs to be managed as a holistic whole. A project manager is responsible for coordinating and consolidating a myriad of activities into a coherent effort. Aspirants of project management should gain in depth understanding of the principles and its applications in various processes as defined in the book of knowledge pmbok.
Chapter 5 project scope management chapter 5 project scope management 5. List of figures figure 11 overview of project management knowledge areas and project management processes 7 figure 12 relationship of project management to other management disciplines 9 figure 21 sample generic life cycle 12 figure 22 representative life cycle for defense acquisition, per us dod 5000. This ebook is my attempt to summarize the project management body of knowledge pmbok 5th edition in preparation for the pmp exam. Simply make a copy of the relevant page of the pmbok guide, mark the error, and send it to. The pmi is an institute of reference in this area, and project managers, around the world, share their knowledge to complete the pmbook. Nov 22, 2015 all new terms of the pmbok 5th edition it took a bit longer to go through this, but here they are, all the terms that have been added. There are 10 knowledge areas in the pmp pmbok 6 th edition. Starting 1 july 2020, the pmp exam will reflect the new exam content. However, i still need to backfill the sections on projects, programs, the organization and ethics. The standard for project management and a guide to the project management body of knowledge pmbok guide will be the first standards products to transform. Nov 27, 2019 project management knowledge areas bring a project to life, but that life can be chaotic and complex, which is why a project manager needs a tool to help manage all these moving parts of a project. Pmbok project management book of knowledge version 6.
As it stands, all of the 47 processes have been summarized. Berkun spent over a decade as a pm for big tech companies and draws on his extensive experience throughout the book. This guide is used by countless people worldwide and is something that any aspiring project manager should understand thoroughly. How many knowledge areas are in pmp pmbok 6th edition. Pmbok version 5 guide project management professional pmp. This book sets the standards of the project management, showing the best practices. There for it is advisable for people that have read the earlier version to now read this version as a few terms have changed and some emphases have shifted. The guide is compiled by the project management institute, a group that sets the industry standards for project management. They cover each of the 47 project management processes.
Pmbok guide and standards project management institute. There for it is advisable for people that have read the earlier version to now read this version as a. When you launch an exam below, a new window will open. Project management is the unique organizational competency that manages change and drives competitive advantage with the outcome of delivering results in line with corporate strategy. Project management body of knowledge pmbok guide th5 edition. Achetez a guide to the project management body of knowledge. The new pmbok guide 6th edition contains 978 pages, including the agile practice guide 186 pages. He has written two books on project management including the worlds greatest project that was published by the project management institute and is a soughtafter speaker for international conferences on. A guide to the project management body of knowledge pmbok guide third edition is the map to get you there.
Inter project learning is combining and sharing of lessons learned across project to develop new knowledge 8. In project management process intra project learning takes place too when project team members discuss approaches for completing a task or overcoming a problem 8. Pmbok guide 3 books by project management institute sep 22, 2017. The project management institute has established a guide known as the project management body of knowledge pmbok to identify global standards for the practice of project management. The project management body of knowledge is a set of standard terminology and guidelines a body of knowledge for project management. Pmbok guide fifth edition is the latest reference text from the pmi. Currently in the fifth edition, the pmbok guide is considered one of the most important exam prep book for the project management. The guide is a document resulting from work overseen by the. If you have any questions about how this change may affect you, please contact customer care.
The 410page book is definitely comprehensive and provides advice for every step of the project management process. This is the only project management knowledge area that has processes in each five process groups. Pmbok project management knowledge areas pmbok project risk. But there really is no better or more widely accepted guide to project management than the pmbok guide. A guide to the project management body of knowledge pmbok guide fifth edition reflects the collaboration and knowledge of working project managers and provides the fundamentals of project management as they apply to a wide range of projects. Project management body of knowledge pmbok the project management body of knowledge pmbok is a publication of the project management institute pmi. It consists of initiation, scope plan ning, scope definition, scope verification, and scope change control. In addition, the project manager must keep stakeholder expectations realistic and communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders. Project integration management is the hardest ka to get your head around because in my opinion it feels so vague. This is consistent with the pmbok 5 th edition, which also has 10 knowledge areas. The second section of this book beginning with chapter 5, addresses cyclical forms of project management, which are more appropriate to itrelated projects. Pmis pmbok guide and global standards provide guidelines, rules and characteristics for project, program and portfolio management.
There are 10 project management knowledge areas covered by the pmbok guide. In pmbok 5, project management plan components procurement management plan, stakeholder management plan etc. A read is counted each time someone views a publication summary such as the title, abstract, and list of authors, clicks on a figure, or views or downloads the fulltext. These chapters address the theory of the waterfall method, which is applicable to most projects. A guide to the project management body of knowledge pmbok guide is pmis flagship publication and is a fundamental resource for effective project management in any industry over the past few years, more and more stakeholders have asked us for content on agile and more are using agile practices, which is confirmed by our pulse of the profession research. Jul 14, 2019 a guide to the project management body of knowledge pmbok guide fifth edition breaks down what project managers need to know to successfully pass their pmp exam and also be effective in the role. Dec 08, 2016 the 10 pmbok knowledge areas december 8, 2016 by jon hartney 3 comments in the project management body of knowledge pmbok the process groups are the chronological phases that the project goes through, and the knowledge areas occur throughout any time during the process groups. The second section of this book beginning with chapter 5, addresses cyclical forms of project management, which are. We remain committed to providing our customers with unparalleled value over the course of their careers. Le project management body of knowledge pmbok,est le guide du project management. Demystifying the 5 phases of project management smartsheet. A guide to the project management body of knowledge pmbok guide 2000 edition 2000 project management institute, four campus boulevard, newtown square, pa 190733299 usa vii list of figures figure 11. A short history of the pmbok guide published by pmi updated.
Jun 07, 2017 a guide to the project management body of knowledge pmbok guide is a publication by the project management institute pmi which documents the standards and best practices for the field of project management. A guide to the project management body of knowledge pmbok guide sixth edition. This copy is a pmi member benefit, not for distribution, sale or reproduction. Project management professional pmp 6th edition udemy. The pmbok guidesixth edition pmis flagship publication has been updated to reflect the latest good practices in project management. All new terms of the pmbok 5th edition it took a bit longer to go through this, but here they are, all the terms that have been added. Chapter 5, project scope management, describes the processes required to ensure that the project includes all the work required, and only the work required, to complete the project successfully. The 10 knowledge areas in the pmbok guide are along with the study notes for each chapter. Pmbokv5 vs pmbokv6 ten major changes you should be aware of. New to the sixth edition, each knowledge area will contain a section entitled approaches for agile, iterative and adaptive environments, describing how these practices integrate in project settings. A guide to the project management body of knowledge pmbok guide third edition is. A guide to the project management body of knowledge pmbok guide is pmis flagship publication. These processes are developing the project charter, developing the project management plan, directing and managing the project work, monitoring and controlling the project work, performing integrated change control and closing the project or phase.
Project management knowledge areas bring a project to life, but that life can be chaotic and complex, which is why a project manager needs a tool to help manage all these moving parts of a project. The 10 pmbok knowledge areas december 8, 2016 by jon hartney 3 comments in the project management body of knowledge pmbok the process groups are the chronological phases that the project goes through, and the knowledge areas occur throughout any time during the process groups. A guide to the project management body of knowledge pmbok guide 6th edition was released september 2017. Nov 21, 2019 thankfully, scott berkuns book is here to help. For each test, choose the one best answer for every question. The body of knowledge evolves over time and is presented in a guide to the project management body of knowledge the guide to the pmbok or the guide, a book whose sixth edition was released in 2017.